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41. 5 Reasons E-Signature Is Invaluable 8/21/2017

    Electronic signature is a fast-growing technology in all industries. By Ellen Sluder, VP, Marketing, Medforce Technologies Inc.

42. Vanguard Urologic Institute Reduces Patient Wait Times Via Self-Service 1/18/2011
    This case study highlights how a self-service kiosk registration solution allowed Vanguard Urologic Institute to reduce average patient wait times to 2 minutes, versus the national average of 21.3 minutes.
43. Apple's New EHR Move Puts Security Onus On Patients 3/30/2018

    The debate between accessibility and data privacy is not a new discussion, especially as technology continues to advance and develop. Since medical records were first digitized and the first EHR system was developed, the health care sector has had to manage and respond to issues facing health care coverage, privacy and security.

44. 5 Ways That e-Prescribing Benefits Your Practice 3/1/2012

    Under reform, e-Prescribing is not only mandatory under, it’s beneficial. This article outlines five quick ways that e-Prescribing can bring benefits to your practice. By Matthew J. Hawkins, CEO of Vitera Healthcare Solutions

45. Open The Digital Front Door To Your Orthopedic Practice 8/9/2019

    The digital revolution in healthcare has officially begun, with a host of new technologies that make access to care easier for patients leading the way. As the effects of this revolution take foot, specialty care groups—especially orthopedists—are feeling pressure to become more consumer-centric, notably by making their services more accessible. Many orthopedists are hesitant to create that type of ‘open door policy,’ however, and for good reason.

46. Why Build When You Can Buy? -- Considering A White Labelled Telemedicine Solution 7/23/2019

    Telemedicine is one of the fastest growing sectors of the healthcare industry. How fast? In 2015, about 1 million patients used a telemedicine service; over the next three years, that number grew to 7 million. And many industry experts expect 2019 to be the “tipping point” at which telemedicine truly scales up across all areas of healthcare.

47. Silver Cross Hospital Increases Patient Satisfaction With Kiosk Technology 1/18/2011
    This case study highlights how a self-service kiosk helped Silver Cross Hospital reduce patient wait times. Since implementing the solution Silver Cross has improved its Press Ganey wait-time rankings from the 80th to the 92nd percentile.
48. Big Players At HIMSS16: Interoperability, HIT, Value-Based Models 4/4/2016

    With HIMSS16 over and enough time passed to gain clarity, it’s time to reflect on and highlight some thought-provoking sessions, news, and sound bites still resonating. With more than 42,000 healthcare experts in attendance, we may have just scratched the surface, but here goes.

49. Don't Undervalue Your Services: Why Billing For Assessment And Management Time Matters 10/9/2019

    When it comes to securing proper payment for medical services, most providers do all they can to increase their effectiveness. Double-checking insurance eligibility, using quality billing software and documentation technology, and coding claims with precision can help practices get the highest reimbursement for their services. However, some providers are still leaving money on the table.

50. How Software Can Upgrade Trust In Hospital Halls And Clinics 11/17/2015

    Trust between patients and their doctors is central to better care; however, strong relationships between clinical and IT teams are also key. Support staff who do not have good relationships with their medical colleagues will face challenges with new implementations and technical adoption. Applying some simple Art of Medicine principles can help build trust between these teams. By Dr. Ehab Hanna, CMIO, Universal Health Services, Inc.